Agizone: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Agizone Information

Agizone is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Agizone have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Agizone is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Agizone side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Agizone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Agizone has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Agizone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Agizone related warnings section.

Agizone can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Agizone in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Agizone have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Agizone may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Agizone, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Agizone Benefits & Uses
Agizone Dosage & How to Take
Agizone Side Effects
Agizone Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Agizone with Other Drugs
Agizone Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Agizone
Agizone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Agizone Benefits & Uses

Agizone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Agizone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Agizone Related Warnings

Is the use of Agizone safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Agizone without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Agizone safe during breastfeeding?

Agizone may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Agizone on the Kidneys?

Agizone may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Agizone on the Liver?

Agizone has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Agizone on the Heart?

Agizone is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Agizone with Other Drugs

Agizone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Agizone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Agizone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Agizone

Is this Agizone habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Agizone has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Agizone, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Agizone can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Agizone only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Agizone for mental disorders.

No

Agizone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Agizone

Taking Agizone with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Agizone

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Agizone and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Agizone

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Agizone with doxycycline?

Dr. , General Physician

Agizone and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Agizone help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Agizone does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Agizone work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Agizone works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Agizone with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Agizone with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Agizone used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Agizone is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.